Island Rhodes like many other Greek destinations is known for its traditional villages and prehistoric sites. The Island of Rhodes has with his rich history the major source of tourist’s attraction. Following are some of the must see historical sites in Rhodes Island.

Acropolis of Lindos:

The Acropolis of Lindos being an attractive site from archaeological point of view is situated 55km from Rhodes city. Tourists are attracted towards the archaeological monuments extended outside and around the acropolis i.e. the theatre, four-portico building, Boukopion, the tomb of Kleoboulos, the Archokrateion, the church of the Panayia, Ayios Georgios Chostos, Ayios Georgios Pachymachiotis, Ayios Menas and Ayios Demetrios.

Acropolis of Rhodes:

The popular hilltop of the Monte Smith carries prehistoric Acropolis of Rhodes. You can find few relics of it, from where you can hardly have an idea of its original splendor. Rhodes Acropolis being an in-town destination is a must visit site during holidays in Rhodes .

The Aktaion Building. Being located in the Rhodes Old Town, it is a two-storey infrastructure having flat roof along with an arcade that overlooks the road through the sea. Its walls are constructed in typical, local isodomic masonry. You will be astonished by its beautiful interior and amazing infrastructure. Today this building serves as a coffee & pastry shop.

The Ancient Ialysos:

Ialysos is found at a distance of 13km from Rhodes covering northern area of the Island of Rhodes . This location was inhabited in the medieval times. You can see the relics of the Minoan community that are found at Trianda. Must see things at this site include the temple of Athena Polias, Doric fountain-house, church of the knights, Byzantine fortifications, ruins of the katholikon of a Byzantine monastery, medieval monastery and single cell chapel of Ayios Georgios Chostos. The Mycenaean cemeteries is another worth visiting site that can be found in the close by Makria-Vounara hill & Moschou-Vounara hill.

Ancient Kamiros:

Established on the north-west seaboard area of Rhodes Island, the Ancient Kamiros is quite near to the cape of Agios Minas . It was a powrful place and one of the three big cities of the Island of Rhodes. Enjoy a visit to this site during your Rhodes holidays.

The Archaeological Museum of Rhodes:

The Archaeological Museum of Rhodes can be found in the ancient building of the Hospital of Knights. Being an in-town attraction, it is a two-storey infrastructure having an in-house courtyard with four sides and entrances. Tourists are attracted towards the displays placed in the museum.

The Palace of the Governor:

The Palace of the Governor is one of the significant infrastructures built on Island Rhodes during Italian occupation . This palace is a combination of different single architectural styles. The arrangement of this mansion highly resembles the Duces Palace of Venice.

Some other historical sites you can visit during your Rhodes holidays are the Municipal Gallery, National Theatre, Rhodes Astike School, Rhodes Old Town, Rhodes Post Office and the St. Catherine Hospice. Rhodes Island attracts not only history lovers and archeologists but every tourist, urging them to reveal its historical splendor.

The Medieval Town of Rhodes Island being one of the top tourist destinations offers many Old Town Rhodes Hotels, delicious Greek & international food, entertainment activities and great facilities so that you can have wonderful Rhodes Holidays

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